Fine-Team-4296 t1_j2sr1fj wrote on January 3, 2023 at 6:23 PM

Reply to comment by HanzG in How many of these recessed lights can I use on a dimmer switch? by notscammed

There are 4 general types:

https://brandon-lighting.com/methods-of-dimming/

The only ime I've seen a variable resistor in real life is in a car. It was for the high medium and low select on a fan speed for heater and a/c. I doubt they would have used them in a house because it would be dangerous due to the heat it creates but who knows.